2001 BMW X5 vs. 1961 DKW Junior
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 DKW Junior would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1961 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 1961 DKW Junior | |
| Make | BMW | DKW |
| Model | X5 | Junior |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 68 mm |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 31 L |
